Active
Playful
Happy
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Responsive
Loyal
Lively
Gentle
Aggressive

Loving
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Quick
Lively
Inquisitive
Bold
Fearless
Keen

Blue-Tzu Heelers are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Wire Foxy Rat Terriers are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Australian Cattle Dog, Shih Tzu

Rat Terrier, Wire Fox Terrier

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Blue
Black
White

Black
White
Brown
Cream
Red

Blue-Tzu Heelers have medium-length coats.

Wire Foxy Rat Terriers have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

A Blue-Tzu Heeler can have a litter of 1-7 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Wire Foxy Rat Terrier can have a litter of 5-7 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Blue-Tzu Heelers are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Wire Foxy Rat Terriers are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Deafness
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans

Distichiasis
Lens Luxation
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

Ear Infections
Eye Problems
Bleeding Disorder
Hernia

Cataracts

Ear Examination
Biopsy
Brain Auditory Evoked Response (BAER)
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood And Urine Analysis
Buccal Mucosal Screening
Ocular Tests
Orthopedic Exam

Blood Analysis
Wellness Check
Full Physical Examination regarding joint movement around the hip and kneecap
Eye and Otoscopic Examination

Blue-Tzu Heeler has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Wire Foxy Rat Terrier has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Blue-Tzu Heelers have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Wire Foxy Rat Terriers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Fetch, Walk, Run, Walking, Playing chase, Long walks

Fetch

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Blue-Tzu Heeler, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Wire Foxy Rat Terrier, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Blue-Tzu Heelers usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Wire Foxy Rat Terriers usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Blue-Tzu Heeler requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Wire Foxy Rat Terrier has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 16-35 pound (7 - 16 kg) Blue-Tzu Heeler feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 10-25 pound (5 - 11 kg) Wire Foxy Rat Terrier feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Blue-Tzu Heeler is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Wire Foxy Rat Terrier is somewhere $2.80 - $4.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Blue-Tzu Heeler is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Wire Foxy Rat Terrier is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Blue-Tzu Heelers are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

The Wire Foxy Rat Terrier is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Blue-Tzu Heelers are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Wire Foxy Rat Terriers make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Blue-Tzu Heelers are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Wire Foxy Rat Terriers are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Blue-Tzu Heelers are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Wire Foxy Rat Terriers are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Blue-Tzu Heelers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Wire Foxy Rat Terriers are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.